Jerome A. Merkel Obituary
The memory of Jerome A. Merkel of Batesville, Indiana, who passed away on August 16, 2025 at the age of 81, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerome A. Merkel to pay them a last tribute.
As Jerome departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Jerome may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Jerome leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Merkel and Irene Merkel (Bedel); his siblings, Edith Lamping and Robert Merkel; and his brother-in-law Joseph Lamping.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley of Batesville; and his siblings, Theresa Bedel (Lawrence) of Oldenburg and Ken Merkel (Missy) of Peppertown. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society.
